Question

why is it important that the federal government and the state governments have separate as well as shared powers. Give at least three examples to support your reasons.

Answer 1

@JG1_Fox

Answer 2

What do you have so far?

Answer 3

lol nothing :/

Answer 4

@mittens23309 can you help i will medal and fan

Answer 5

The first "plan of government" that the United States operated under was a document known as the Articles of Confederation. After getting rid of the tyranny that we, as a nation, faced under British rule, we wanted to avoid a strong central figure as much as possible. This government plan was supposed to give the majority of the power to the states. This seemed like a wonderful idea to some, but unfortunately, nothing was getting done because it was too difficult to get anything done. This is why the federal government does need some power. It is important for the state, which is closer to its people, to have power because not all situations apply in all 50 states. In conclusion, it is important for federal and state government to share powers because otherwise there simply is no balance. Federalism is key!The 10th amendment to the US Constitution provides that all powers not specifically granted to the federal government are reserved to the States and to the People. Having the bulk of power reserved for the States and for the People was designed by our founding fathers to keep power closer to the People instead of having too much power far away in Washington DC. Having separation of powers is supposed to protect us from having a dictator or an oligarchy from having too much power and abusing their power.

Answer 6

Is this the answer to the whole question?

Answer 7

yes

Answer 8

okay thanks

Answer 9

your welcome